Starlink India Prices Are Out For Users: Here’s How It Compares With Your 5G And Broadband Plan

Last Updated:December 09, 2025, 07:08 IST

Starlink Price in India: Starlink India launch is getting closer and we finally have more details about the satellite internet cost in the country.

Starlink price in India is finally revealed.

Starlink Price in India: Starlink India launch is now one step closer as the company has officially shared its plans for the Indian market. The resident version of Starlink satellite internet is going to be the first to roll out, most likely in early 2026 and we now have clear details about its pricing structure and the hardware cost. 

The Starlink India price also gives us another reason to compare it with the existing wireless broadband plans that operators like Airtel, Jio and ACT among others have offered in the country for many years. Satellite internet has been an intriguing subject for many and people are eager to see it work in the country and Elon Musk’s SpaceX is getting the first sight of its service working soon. 

Starlink India Price Announced: What We Know 

Starlink is bringing its Residential plan for the regular users which is priced at Rs 8,600 per month along with Rs 34,000 that you will need to spend one time for the hardware kit that includes the satellite dish as well the router which powers the Starlink internet.

And what is the company giving you for the hefty subscription price? You get access to unlimited data, along with a 30-day trial period to get you into the Starlink system. 

The Starlink launch in India still requires final approvals from the government and post that SpaceX will offer its services in select regions. 

Starlink Internet Vs Wireless Broadband: Why The Big Price Difference? 

Broadband internet runs via the fixed lines connected around your area. The overall cost of setting it up is much lower than what SpaceX is investing in the Starlink satellites, which allows the companies to offer high-speed data internet at affordable prices.

The big benefit of using Starlink internet is that you get lower latency which is good for online gaming, video meetings, and other video-centric tasks. You can see how the Starlink with its expensive internet compares with relatively affordable wireless internet from broadband companies. 

As the chart shows you, not only can broadband services guarantee you that kind of latency numbers, but also give you 1Gbps data speeds for less than the cost of using the Starlink internet which at its best range and efficiency can offer around 220 Mbps data speeds with unlimited data available. Starlink is much more expensive than regular broadband or 4G/5G data plans.

Starlink In India: Where Can It Work? 

We’ve spoken to industry analysts with experience in telecom to gauge the demand and traction for Starlink internet in India. People in urban cities will see less sense to sign up for Starlink, especially with the high upfront satellite cost. It is designed to work well in remote, rural, and hard-to-reach areas where the fiber or mobile networks have found it a challenge to connect. 

Starlink is catering to people who have nothing, and by that we mean, who don’t have reliable internet options.

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